Sceletium tortuosum
A South African succulent traditionally chewed by the San people for mood elevation and stress relief. Contains mesembrine, a natural SSRI-like compound.
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CRITICAL: May cause serotonin syndrome with SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs, and other serotonergic drugs.
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Headache, nausea, mild euphoria. Appetite suppression.
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